Production Operator – 12-Hour Shifts + Night Diff

General Mills, Inc.; Belvidere (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation days

401(k) with company match

Health insurance

Paid holidays

Job summary

General Mills, Inc. in Belvidere, IL is seeking a Production Operator to support packaging and processing on 12-hour shifts. The role requires lifting up to 50 lbs, standing for extended periods, and working in hot, cold, and noisy environments.

Starting pay is $22.01 per hour with a $2.00 per hour night shift differential, and includes a 12-hour rotating schedule (3 on/2 off, 2 on/3 off) with overtime as needed. Benefits are offered and a safety-minded culture is emphasized.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to perform physically demanding tasks including lifting and standing.
• Must wear PPE in a food manufacturing environment and follow safety rules.
• Willing to work 12-hour shifts and overtime as needed.

Responsibilities

• Support production packaging and processing operations.
• Assist sanitation and cleaning tasks.
• Operate startup, changeover, and shutdown of equipment.
• Adhere to safety and quality standards in daily work.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Physically fit

Lifting up to 50 lbs

Work in hot/cold/noisy environments

Willing to work overtime

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

General Mills, Inc. in Belvidere, IL is seeking a Production Operator to support packaging and processing on 12-hour shifts. The role requires lifting up to 50 lbs, standing for extended periods, and working in hot, cold, and noisy environments.

Starting pay is $22.01 per hour with a $2.00 per hour night shift differential, and includes a 12-hour rotating schedule (3 on/2 off, 2 on/3 off) with overtime as needed. Benefits are offered and a safety-minded culture is emphasized.